career change
You Got that Job. Now Stay Humble!
Maybe you’ve observed this situation. Someone gets promoted to a role they have aspired to attain for years. Almost instantly, their communication takes on a new tone, and maybe arrogance creeps into their behaviors. Several years ago, I read an article about someone who had taken over my previous job. In the article, my successor…
Read MoreTo Get a Seat at the Table, Become a Strategic Thinker
Becoming a strategic thinker involves developing a specific mindset and skillset to analyze situations, make informed decisions, and plan for the future holistically and effectively. Here are some steps you can take to cultivate strategic thinking: Remember that becoming a strategic thinker is a journey that requires intentionality, dedication, practice, and adaptability. Over time, you’ll…
Read MoreThe Retired CEO won’t get out of the way… What should the board do?
A very high-profile credit union faces a leadership and strategic crisis that may derail the organization for decades. Here is the situation I have observed from afar. The retired CEO disagreed with the new CEO’s direction for the credit union and won’t get out of the way. He has publicly disrupted the organization’s annual meeting,…
Read MoreLost in Leadership Land
A Hilarious Guide to Leading Without Core Values. Welcome, fellow adventurers, to the treacherous and comical world of leadership without any core values. Buckle up because we’re about to embark on a journey full of confusion, chaos, and questionable decision-making. Get ready to laugh your way through this hilarious guide! The Drifters’ Creed: Without core…
Read MoreSix Steps to Increase Your Influence
Influence is a powerful tool that can help individuals shape decisions, drive change, and achieve organizational goals. Whether you are a team member, a manager, or a leader, increasing your organizational influence can significantly impact your success and professional growth. The following are six practical steps to enhance your influence and make a positive difference…
Read MoreThe CEO and a Symphony Conductor: Orchestrating Success
Recently I attended the symphony and was enamored by the conductor. With a clear understanding of what the composure intended from the music, he acrobatically and with great expression inspired each section of the orchestra to deliver on this vision. A CEO role is very much the same as a symphony conductor. Both positions require…
Read MoreAvoiding bad decisions
Decision-making is essential for any leader, but bad decisions can undermine your influence. One of the causes of poor decisions is cognitive biases. Cognitive biases are thinking patterns that lead people to make irrational or incorrect decisions. They can influence our judgment, perception, and interpretation of information, often without awareness. Cognitive biases can be dangerous…
Read MoreBefore you jump into that leadership role, read this
Starting a new job as an executive is exciting and overwhelming. You are entering a new role or organization, and making a solid first impression is essential. There is a tendency to “jump right in” and make big decisions thinking you need to prove they made the right decision picking you. That would be a…
Read MoreImposter Syndrome is a real thing…
Imposter Syndrome is a psychological pattern in which individuals doubt their accomplishments and fear being exposed as a fraud. It is a common experience that affects people of all ages, genders, and professional backgrounds. Imposter Syndrome leads to feelings of inadequacy, low self-esteem, and anxiety, ultimately limiting an individual’s potential. Imposter Syndrome at work is…
Read More